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Gillespie Primary School
Gillespie Road, London, N5 1LH, Islington
LocaleIQ Score
LocaleIQ Score
98.4 / 100
Top 2%
Better than 98% of all open schools in England. Composite of Ofsted, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction.
Overview
Ofsted
Outstanding
Pupils
208
Capacity
236
Ages
3–11
Gender
Mixed
Occupancy
88%
Summary
With an Outstanding rating from Ofsted and exceptional performance in key stage 2, this primary school boasts an impressive 89% of students achieving the expected standard in reading, writing, and mathematics, placing it in the top 3% nationally. Additionally, the school has a high LocaleIQ score, indicating strong community engagement and satisfaction among parents. Overall, it represents a strong choice for families seeking a high-quality education for their children.
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Last inspected: 7 November 2023Quality Of Education: OutstandingPersonal Development: OutstandingBehaviour & Attitudes: OutstandingLeadership & Management: Outstanding
KS2 SATs Results
cohort size not published| Metric | Value | vs UK |
|---|---|---|
| Expected standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of Year 6 pupils meeting the expected level in all three subjects. The key primary benchmark — needed for a confident secondary school start. National average ~61%. | 89% | Top 3% UK |
| Higher standard — Reading, Writing & Maths% of pupils reaching the higher standard — the "Greater Depth" level indicating exceptional primary attainment. National average ~8%. | 26% | Top 4% UK |
Pupil Ethnicity
White British36.1%
White Other26.0%
Mixed Other14.9%
Mixed W+Asian8.2%
Other3.4%
Black African3.4%
Black Caribbean1.9%
Asian Bangladeshi1.9%
Mixed W+B Carib.1.4%
Mixed W+B African1.0%
White Irish1.0%
Asian Indian1.0%
Location
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51.56001, -0.10006 · N5 1LH
School details
Local authorityIslington
RegionLondon
URN100405
School typeCommunity school
Frequently asked questions
What is Gillespie Primary School rated by Ofsted?
Gillespie Primary School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its last inspection on 7 November 2023.
Is Gillespie Primary School a good school?
Gillespie Primary School scores 98.4/100 on the LocaleIQ index, placing it in the top 2% of all open schools in England. The score is a composite of Ofsted inspection results, GCSE outcomes, and parent satisfaction surveys.
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